Business and Entrepreneurship

This module is an introduction to the course. It gives details about what pottery is, its history in Africa and around the world.

Introduction

Brief History of Pottery (1)

Brief History of Pottery (2)

The beauty of the craft boils down to your ability to work with clay. This module describes clay, types of clay, and how to prepare your clay for production.

What is Clay?

Preparing your Clay

Clay

This module covers the process of preparing your clay regardless of whatever technique you are using to shape your clay. 

Pre-Production Process

This module will teach you how to throw a planter on the wheel, and you'll get to know the different stages in the wheel-throwing process. 


Planter Production

This module shows you how to create your flower vase using the potters' wheel and clay.

Flower Vase

This module teaches how to create your bowls, which will be perfect to use as homeware.

Bowl Molding

Hand-building Technique

Bowls

The demonstrations of this module reveal the process of crafting a simple hut.

Hut Molding

This module displays the process of wheel-throwing with a particular focus on creating a lampshade. 

Lamp Shade

Master the firing process to create durable wares. Learn how to control color and texture in this module, which is essential for crafting quality pottery wares.

Firing Process

The Firing Process

This module shows the process of painting your clay after it has dried. You will learn the types of pigments you can use to paint your wares. 

The Painting Process

Painting of Pottery

This module is a recap to remind you of the various aspects covered in previous modules.

Conclusion

Trailer<div class="iframe-wrapper"><iframe src="https://player.vimeo.com/video/915493134" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="true"></iframe></div>More about the courseDo you recall the thrill and excitement we felt as children, using our creativity and imagination to express ourselves? When we used to create objects from sand and clay? Where did all that joy and excitement go? Are you looking to dive into the art of pottery and make a profit from it? All you need to know is the process, and this course walks you through those aspects, so you can learn more about pottery.The course progresses from theoretical to practical. You will learn how to prepare your clay; and craft a planter, lampshade, flower vase, hut, bowl, using the Wheel-throwing or Hand-building techniques to get you familiar with the processes. You will learn about the firing and painting process, which follows after you form your object. It equips you with relevant knowledge to produce wares that you can sell to the public.Key TakeawaysWe're dedicated to helping you unlock your inner artistic potential, allowing you to excel in the enchanting realm of pottery.<ul><li>You will acquire proficiency in essential hand-building techniques, enabling you to create a variety of pottery forms from scratch.</li><li>You will learn how to handle and manipulate clay effectively, understanding its behavior and texture to enhance your ability to shape and craft intricate details.</li><li>You will learn how to bring to life what is in your mind, using your hands.</li><li>Not only will you acquire a valuable skill in pottery, but you'll also gain insightful strategies on how to monetize your newly acquired skill.</li></ul>Meet the instructor<img src="https://letcheck.b-cdn.net/2748/clt2wlmpn010my78z34ybb4ru.png">My name is Abubakar Awwal Gadafi and I'm a graduate of the University of Benin, where I studied Fine and Applied Arts. I specialized in Ceramics and Art History. I have a flair for painting on shirts and canvas, and I have expert skills in the technique of wheel-throwing. I have had the privilege to exhibit at, or train members of, Aljazeera TV. Kaptan TV, American International School Abuja, Rotary Club, African Gemstones and Jewelry Exhibition, and many more. My strength is in my unique pottery styles and paint which is a blend of culture and a touch of finesse. This is my first Online Masterclass where I showcased my Process so you too can learn from any location at your own pace, at an affordable rate. A lot of rigor went into the production and I assure you, this course will be like no other.

It's amazing how a lump of clay can be transformed into any vessel or object of choice with only a few hand movements. Your hands can create a variety of objects; all you need is the knowledge, and this course will guide you through the various processes.

Pottery For Beginners: Make Amazing Objects From Clay

Nigerian Youth Academy

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